Project Liason

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Closing Date:

01/14/2025

Type of Position:

Administrative StrategyNo

Job Type:

Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)Day Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

STAR Grant

Summary of Job Duties:

The Project Liaison provides primary support to the Project Coordinator by keeping track of the project calendars and assisting with quarterly and annual reports. This position oversees all administrative tasks related to program coordination. The Project Liaison serves as the initial point of contact for the project handling incoming/outgoing phone calls and emails. The position ensures all appropriate paperwork is processed and maintains the electronic filing system.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma

• At least one year of specialized training in business management, business education, or related field

• At least two years of experience in specialized or a related field applicable to work performed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• Experience working with the University of Arkansas systems such as Workday and SharePoint, Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Qualtrics, Google Platform, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite

• Experience working in a college or university setting

• Experience with project management platforms (i.e., Trello)

• Experience with accessibility or interest in engaging in accessibility training to ensure compliance with Section 508

• Experience with managing travel arrangements

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of department operations, policies, and procedures

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations

• Knowledge of computers and software applications (e.g., Trello, Workday, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Platform)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to problem solve independently

• Ability to problem solve in a team setting

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Commensurate with education and experience.Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusDr. Brent Williams, btwilli@uark.edu, (479) 575-4758
Amy Oswalt, akoswalt@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes